No. 10,655 in French
mitage
"Mitage" refers to the gradual fragmentation or scattering of land, often due to uncontrolled urban development or construction in rural or natural areas.
In a sentence
Le mitage urbain détruit l'harmonie des paysages naturels.
Urban sprawl destroys the harmony of natural landscapes.
In this sentence, 'mitage' refers to the spread or sprawl of urban areas into natural spaces, causing disruption.
Le mitage des ressources agricoles compromet la sécurité alimentaire.
The fragmentation of agricultural resources threatens food security.
Here, 'mitage' implies the fragmentation or breaking up of agricultural resources, negatively impacting their efficiency.
Le mitage forestier est une conséquence indirecte de l'urbanisation.
Forest fragmentation is an indirect consequence of urbanization.
In this case, 'mitage' denotes the breaking up or fragmentation of forests due to human activities, often leading to ecological challenges.
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